Groundbreaking Disc Golf Course Opens in Tanzania

The Paul McBeth Foundation, in partnership with PDGA International, has successfully completed a groundbreaking project: installing Tanzania's first-ever disc golf course. This incredible achievement has opened up the world of disc golf to a vast region of Africa that previously had no access to it. Located on the scenic campus of the University of Dar es Salaam, the 18-hole course offers long and short tee pads for players of all skill levels.

This innovative project introduces turf teepads to the continent, setting a new standard in disc golf infrastructure. The baskets used on the course were crafted by local workers from a community center dedicated to promoting healthy living and personal development. By partnering with this initiative, the foundation is not only expanding the reach of disc golf but also creating new opportunities for growth and positive change.

The installation process was a collaborative effort, with a diverse team from Tanzania, Zambia, Uganda, and the United States working together to bring the course to life. In mid-March, coaches Wilborn Munkombwe (PDGA #114159) and Israel Muwanguzi (PDGA #258835) trained over 500 new players through clinics, generating momentum that has since doubled in Dar es Salaam.

Geofrey Rucho (PDGA #276126), a key figure in the project, expressed his pride and enthusiasm for the new course. "This is more than just a sport – it's an opportunity for people of all ages to come together, learn something new, and enjoy the outdoors in a beautiful space," he said. "I believe this course will inspire the next generation and open up opportunities we never imagined."

To celebrate the course's debut, the University hosted the inaugural Tanzania Open Disc Golf Championship on March 22nd. Sanctioned by the PDGA, the event attracted 69 players across four divisions, including 17 women. The local team has plans to host a women's event during Women's Disc Golf Week and a juniors tournament in June.

The impact of this project extends beyond disc golf, with school officials expressing strong support for the sport's future inclusion in the East African University Games hosted by the University in 2026. Additionally, the course development has brought numerous benefits to campus, such as upgraded sewage infrastructure and the beautification of previously impassable land through cleanup and landscaping efforts.

This remarkable achievement was made possible by the generous support of Ledgestone Disc Golf, PDGA International, and the monthly donations of Builders Club members. If you'd like to contribute to bringing disc golf to more underserved regions worldwide, consider joining the Builders Club today.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/tanzania-embraces-disc-golf-landmark-course-installation